AlzheimersNotes.com 
The PBS program, Sufferers of Early Onset Alzheimer’s Describe Life with the Disease, consists of interviews by Susan Dentzer of those in the baby boomer age who suffer from this disease. 
Ms. Dentzer introduces those she will be interviewing, then follows with a very informative program:
We wanted to know more about what it’s like to be struck by Alzheimer’s in the prime of life, so we sat down for a conversation with this group, all suffering from early-onset Alzheimer’s. All have worked with the National Alzheimer’s Association and are among the nation’s most vocal spokespersons for the urgency of fighting the disease.
For more insight, from people …read more

AlzheimersNotes.com 
Fantasy author Terry Pratchett let the world know he has been diagnosed with a rare form of early-onset Alzheimer’s resulting from a mini stroke.  Pratchett wrote to his fans:
“I would have liked to keep this one quiet for a little while, but because of upcoming conventions and the need to keep my publishers informed, it seems unfair to withhold the news.”
Check here for more information about Terry Pratchett, his work and his life.                                       

In a previous post, Liz mentioned Hollywood movies dealing with Alzheimer’s disease.  I learned recently about a new movie, Memories of Tomorrow, starring and produced by Japanese actor, Ken Wanatabe.
You’ll find very interesting and informative interview of Ken Wanatabe at ComingSoon.net will give you insight about how he discovered the book and decided to make this movie. 
“He plays the manager of a high profile ad agency whose life is altered when he starts showing the early stages of Alzheimer’s at age 49.”
Whereas many of the movies dealing with Alzheimer’s portrayed someone who contracted this disease later in life.  Memories of Tomorrow …read more

 Although we think of people in their 70s and 80s as having Alzheimer’s, it is found in some who are much younger.  Doctors and researchers are realizing this disease can affect people as early as their 30s. 
Early onset dementia or Alzheimer’s also can have a disastrous effect on a family’s income because often that person is one of the wage earners.  They also might have dependent children at home. 
Diana Friel McGowin tells about her struggles with early onset Alzheimer’s in her book, Living in the Labyrinth, a Personal Journey through the Maze of Alzheimer’s.  I found this book particularly helpful when caring for my …read more

The first time I saw Marilyn in the activity room of the nursing home where Mother was an Alzheimer’s patient, I thought she was a visitor.  Short graying hair, energetic movements, and a ready smile characterized her.
Then on my next visit to see Mother, I again saw Marilyn.  When I saw her a third time, I began to wonder if she was more than a frequent visitor. 
“She lives here,” a nurse said.  “Marilyn has early onset dementia.”
That was when I realized someone in their early 60s could become so stricken with Alzheimer’s she was living in this unit of the …read more

Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t strike only older people, it can affect those younger than 65 years of age, some even in their 30s.  More attention is being given to those with early- onset Alzheimer’s, which could be as many as half a million, according to a recent report by the Alzheimer’s Association. 
A reference in the Alzheimer’s Daily News (http://alznews.org ), linking to an article in the Bradenton Hearld (www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/15107755.htm ), tells about a support group for early-onset victims in the Mid-West.  This group, Without Warning, was founded by Dr. David Bennett, who is the medical director of the Chicago Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center.